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Girls surpass boys in CBSE class XII exam
Ludhiana, May 28 Mehak from DAV Public School topped the non-medical stream in the city with 97.6 per cent. Mehak, who wants to be a software engineer, said: "I do not believe in the quantity of study, it is the quality that matters." A good college either in Chandigarh or Delhi is where she wants to study further. In the commerce stream, the position was shared by Manpreet Kaur and Arshia Arora, who scored 96.4 per cent. While Arshia wants to get admission in Sri Ram College of Commerce, Delhi, Manpreet wants to go to the local Government College and pursue BCom honours. Both of them aspire to become IAS officers. "Becoming an IAS officer is my ultimate goal. After doing MBA, I want to work towards my goal," said Arshia. Echoing the same views Manpreet said: "I want to join the administrative services and serve the nation and take its towards the path of
development." Abdul Shehbaz Thind from Kundan Vidya Mandir is the city topper in the arts stream with 95.4 per cent and wants to become a lawyer. "Like my father, I want to become a lawyer. I will be pursuing further studies from the PU regional study centre," he said. "I want to become a successful entrepreneur," says Shreeyansh Singhal who scored 94.2 per cent in finance market management (FMM), the highest in the city. "Ludhiana is an industrial city and I want to become a successful businessman and earn a lot of money. This is the only reason why I chose a different stream like FMM so I could learn all the basics and laws of
becoming an entrepreneur," he said.
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Result declared ahead of time
Ludhiana, May 28 The results were available on the board website, besides students were also able to get the result on email, SMS and IVRS. "After I came to know that the Class X result was declared at 7 pm, I was expecting the same for our result. But to my surprise, the result was out by 9.30 am. It was a big relief for us. Waiting for the result for the entire day is very difficult," said Sachin Aggarwal, a student of Spring Dale Public School who scored 96.6 per cent in the non-medical stream.Paramjit Kaur, principal, BCM Senior Secondary School, said: "Students were surprised and relieved. Class X students had to wait for the whole day to know their result. As many as 92 students from our school scored 90 per cent and above." Helpline to handle stress n |
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Four fire incidents in 24 hours
Ludhiana, May 28
A three-storeyed godown was gutted near Vishwakarma Chowk here this afternoon. Parveen Kumar, owner of the godown, said: “Fire started from the first floor and soon engulfed the entire building.” Five fire engines were used to douse the flames. Fire brigade officials had a tough time controlling the fire as the godown is located in a narrow lane. Krishan Lal Kakkar, fire officer with the MC, said they were yet to know the reason behind the fire. A cosmetics shop was gutted at Buta Shah Mandi late last night. A fire was also reported at a temple near Jagraon Bridge and a gurdwara in Khud Mohalla.
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MC poll: SAD denies ticket to Giaspura's kin
Ludhiana, May 28 Hakam Singh Giaspura, a four-time councillor, is presently a councillor from Ward No. 72. His son Jaspal is a sitting councillor from Ward No. 74. Post delimitation, this ward was reserved for women candidates and Hakam Singh Giaspura was trying hard to get ticket for Jaspal’s wife Preeti Giaspura. But instead of choosing Jaspal Singh Giaspura’s wife, party allotted ticket to Amandeep Kaur. The Giaspura family has been representing this ward since 1991. Jaspal had contested from Ward No. 74 for the first time and had won during the 2007 elections. Hakam Singh Giaspura had contested the last Vidhan Sabha elections on SAD ticket and lost to Balwinder Singh Bains, who at that time contested as an Independent from the Ludhiana South constituency. Now that the Bains brothers have rejoined the SAD, they have been trying hard to get Jaspal’s ticket cancelled because they have been at loggerheads since long. When contacted, Jaspal Singh Giaspura claimed that after his ward got reserved for women candidates, he had tried to get ticket for his wife Preeti. “But the party has allotted ticket to Amandeep Kaur, whose husband Kulwinder Singh Giaspura is from our own village. We are dedicated party workers and will support her in the municipal elections,” added Jaspal. Ticket list n |
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Man held for raping sister
Ludhiana, May 28 According to the SHO Sarabha Nagar, Manjinder Singh, the accused was arrested following the complaint of the victim. The medical examination of the girl was conducted at the Civil Hospital, a report of which is awaited. The incident took place last night when Ramesh returned home after consuming liquor. Except for his two children and sister, no other family member was present at home. The victim told the police that her father was away to their native village in UP and Ramesh's wife was visiting her parents along with her newborn. She said Ramesh overpowered her at midnight and raped her. The incident came to light in the morning when the victim, who was bleeding profusely, narrated the incident to neighbours. She was rushed to hospital for treatment.
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Traffic goes haywire at Mini Secretariat
Ludhiana, May 28 As candidates of various political parties had come to file their nomination papers today, long queues of vehicles were witnessed on the Mini Secretariat premises. Neither the staff in parking lots nor the traffic policemen deputed to regulate traffic could bring relief to the general public as vehicles could be seen banging into each other due to chaos and nuisance. Situation was no different outside the Mini Secretariat as long queues were witnessed from the main entrance to the secretariat to Bhai Bala Chowk. The candidates along with their supporters had blocked roads. The security personnel at the secretariat failed to tackle huge rush. "We cannot help it. They are all politically connected and they refuse to listen to our security staff. We cannot go and argue with them to maintain law and order and discipline. The general public is suffering due to the nuisance," said an official of the district administration. Meanwhile, one of the traffic policemen on duty said he had requested the candidates to park their vehicles outside the secretariat as the parking lots were full to capacity, but to no avail. "The moment we try to act tough, they start dialling one number or the other. When the elections are round the corner, even the candidates side with their supporters. Despite issuing warnings, they parked vehicles outside the yellow-line", lamented the traffic policeman. Madhu Goel, who had gone to the District Transport Office with her daughter, complained that there was no parking space in the Mini Secretariat. "In scorching heat, we had to park our vehicle in Feroz Gandhi market. The authorities must do something so that the common man is not harassed," she said.
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294 candidates file papers on third day
Ludhiana, May 28 Gurpreet Singh Gogi, Congress candidate from Ward Number 53, reached the Mini Secretariat to file his papers on his “good luck charm”, a 1987 model white scooter. Gogi, who was accompanied by his wife, Sukhchain, a former councillor, said he was using the scooter since his college days. “It's like a good luck charm for me and that is why I use it. Besides, I also wanted to keep it a low-key affair as there is already enough traffic on the streets and I did not want to contribute to it. On other days also, I prefer using this scooter for travelling to MC offices,” he said. On the third day of the filing of nomination papersv today, 294 candidates filed their papers at various government offices. Prominent among those who filed their papers include Jagbir Singh Sokhi (SAD candidate from Ward No. 63), Pal Singh Grewal (SAD, Ward No.10), Mayor Hakam Singh Giaspura (SAD, Ward No. 72), Sushma, wife of councillor Parminder Mehta (Congress, Ward No. 35), Anuradha, wife of councillor Satish Nagar (BJP, Ward No. 32), Daljit Singh Grewal (Independent, Ward No. 8), Gurmeet Kaur (BJP, Ward No. 38), Sunita Rani (BJP, Ward No. 33), Avtar Krishan Tari (BJP, Ward No. 30), Aman Kapoor (Congress, Ward No. 51), Satwinder Singh Jawaddi (Congress, Ward No. 59), Hem Raj Aggarwal (Congress, Ward No. 27) and RD Sharma (BJP, Ward No. 25). A large number of candidates also filed their nomination papers as Independent candidates today.
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BJP allots ticket to Gosain's daughter-in-law
Ludhiana, May 28 Bansal had decided not to contest the MC elections which was why ticket was allotted to Dolly Gosain, who is the daughter-in-law of Kasturi Lal, brother-in-law of Satpal Gosain. Both Parveen Bansal and Satpal Gosain have been at loggerheads for a long time. Even as they have been maintaining a public posture of "all is well", there was talk among BJP workers that during the allotment of ticket for the MC elections, Bansal had his say. And with Bansal allotting ticket to Gosain's kin, the cold war between both senior leaders is expected to simmer down. Parveen Bansal, who is also the Senior Deputy Mayor, had unsuccessfully contested the recent Vidhan Sabha elections from the Ludhiana North constituency. As he lost by a few thousand votes, he decided to focus on the next Vidhan Sabha elections and which is why he is not contesting the MC elections. "I have been representing the ward for the last two terms and it is very close to my heart. I wanted to field some candidate who can really take care of the ward. Another thing that I had decided was that I would not field any of my family members from Ward No. 41. And I think Dolly Gosain is the right candidate to take care of the area," said Parveen Bansal. Satpal Gosain said, "She has been allotted ticket not because she is related to me, but because she is a dedicated party worker. Dolly has been working for the party for the last around 15 years." Senior leaders to strengthen campaign
The Bharatiya Janta Party has deputed senior leaders to strengthen the existing election management committees in the Ludhiana municipal corporation. Former ministers Tikshan Sood and Satpal Gosain, Chief Parliamentary Secretary Som Prakash, ex-MLA Harish Bedi, chairman, Small Scale Traders Board, DP Chandan, vice-chairman, Punjab Khadi Board, Jagat Kathuria, vice-chairman, PSIEC, Sukhminder Pal Singh Grewal and vice-president, BJP, Punjab, Santosh Kalra have been entrusted with the responsibility to strengthen the campaign in Ludhiana.
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Cleanliness missing in Ward No. 46
Ludhiana, May 28 n Sewage blockage is a problem in most parts of Ward No 46. n Stray animals roam freely in the ward, creating traffic problems and mess on roads and streets. n Roads are in a pitiable condition. n The area around railway tracks has turned into a dumping site. n Lack of cleanliness is a problem here. Sweepers are not seen for days. Statistics
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Development patchy in Ward No. 47
Ludhiana, May 28
A street that needs to be carpeted in Dr Ambedkar Nagar.
Statistics Population: 30,000 reSIDENTS speak
"Roads are in a bad shape in the area. The sewerage system does not function properly. There has been absolutely no development in Kartar
Nagar. I have decided not to vote this time, as the condition of the area has remained the same for
years" — COUNCILLOR speaks
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No one to check violations in Ward No. 48
Ludhiana, May 28 Statistics reSIDENTS speak
"The problem of poor sanitation should be solved. Sweepers should come regularly to the
area" — COUNCILLOR speaks
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Picture not rosy in Ward No. 49
Ludhiana, May 28
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Police cracks whip
On a lookout for POs Mohit Khanna Tribune news Service
Ludhiana, May 28 The Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police (ADCP- Crime), Harjinder Singh, held a special meeting with the officers to discuss the issue. “A special drive has been initiated to nab criminals who have been evading arrest. We will continue the drive till the time all criminals are sent behind the bars,” said ADCP-Crime Harjinder Singh. Sources said security had been stepped up following a tip-off that anti-social elements would be sent to polling stations during the civic poll to influence voters. These criminals and POs are wanted in several cases of assault that had taken place during the previous civic elections. Neighbouring states are a safe haven for these criminals. One arrested * The Sarabha Nagar police arrested a proclaimed offender (PO), Avatar Singh, who is close to an Akali councillor. * Avtar Singh had been evading arrested since September 22, 2010, when he along with his aide had opened fire during a bhog ceremony at a gurdwara in Jawaddi village. Nearly five persons were hurt in the cross fire. * In the wake of civil poll, a special anti-illicit liquor cell has been set up to keep a check on the distribution of illicit liquor.
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Scores dip this year
Ludhiana, May 28 However, there is fall in highest percentage in the results. Last year, the highest parentage of commerce stream was 98, this year it is 96.4 per cent- a fall of 1.6 per cent. A fall of 1.4 per cent is noticed in the medical stream as compared to last year. It was 97 per cent in 2011 whereas it is 95.6 per cent in 2012. Similarly, result of humanities also witnessed a decline in its graph. It was 97.4 per cent last year and this year it is 95.4 per cent. Only a marginal increase of 0.2 per cent was recorded in the result of non medical stream as it was 97.4 per cent in 2011 and 97.6 per cent this year. Highlight of this year is that students secured good marks in streams like in non medical and commerce. Navita Puri, principal of KVM, said, "I feel that nowadays students have to focus equally on competitive examinations while preparing for board exams. It is big achievement of the student to get this percentage. The student who got highest in medical stream also bagged 43rd rank in PMT."
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MA political science students get questions out of syllabus
Ludhiana, May 28 The students, after getting the question papers on indian polity today morning, complained to the superintendent that all the questions were out of syllabus. Prof PS Bhogal, HOD, Political Science Department at Arya College, said the paper seemed to have been set from local self-governance section, rather than from indian politics. Students at Arya College submitted a written representation to the superintendent, addressing to the vice-chancellor, that the examination should be conducted again. In such cases, the complaints are sent to the university and then a board of control is formed, which recommends appropriate measures: to grant grace marks to students or to conduct the examination again. Sources said the same person was supposed to set the papers for both Political Science and Public Administration papers. The paper-setter, by mistake pasted the questions for Public Administration in the Political Science question paper. AK Bhandari, Controller of Examinations, Panjab University, confirmed that prima facie it seemed that the questions were out of syllabus. He further said the board of control can recommend re-examination after scrutiny of the case. Reliable sources said it was confirmed that the examination would be conducted again and the date would be announced by the university soon. Mismanagement
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Ludhiana, May 28 They were treated by Dr Gagandeep Singh, head of department, Neurology, at DMC&H, and Dr Birinder Singh Pal, assistant professor of Neurology at DMC&H. Dr Sanjeev Uppal, president of the Rotary Club, said that many patients who suffer from headaches usually ignore this. Some of them may have diseases which are curable, if detected early. ––TNS
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College Notes
Students visit Nestle
In order to acquaint students about the working of industry, GGNIVS (PTU Learning centre, GGN Campus) organised an industrial visit to Nestle India Ltd, Moga. As many as 30 management students pursuing undergraduate and post graduate courses visited the industry. During the visit, Jaya Kumar, Sushil Kumar and Vikram Saklani briefed the students about the company, its products and management and showed them the different plants. The students raised many questions regarding welfare facilities for the employees, quality control, marketing and publicity strategies. NSS camp With the registration of 150 volunteers, seven days NSS camp began at Khalsa College for Women with the theme ‘Rural Development includes Project Identification, Programme Formulation, Implementation and Evaluation.’ The programme included covering various issues such as past and present scenario in rural development, illegal possession of land. The chief co-ordinator, Principal Dr Varinder Kaur Thind, inaugurated the camp. To seek the blessings of almighty God, the Shabad ‘Deh Shiva Var Mohe Hai’ was recited. The programme officer acquainted the volunteers with aims snd objectives of NSS. The principal urged the volunteers to serve the community wholeheatedly. Meanwhile, a seven-day special NSS camp also commenced at Guru Nanak Girls College, Model Town. The camp was inaugurated by Principal Dr Charanjit
Mahal. Scholarship cheques distributed Sadbhavna College of Education for Women, Raikot, organised a Punjabi Heritage function to distribute scholarship cheques to their BEd students. Er Bikramjit Singh Khalsa, ex-chief parliamentary secretary, Government of Punjab was the guest of honour. He praised the college for its proactive role in rural development. Dr Surender Kumar, principal, said that while 92.6 per cent rural students do not go to college and 99.6 per cent do not reach postgraduate level, Sadbhavna Group is working overtime to provide quality education to the rural and underprivileged population. MCA result Students of Guru Nanak Institute of Management and Technology (GNIMT), Gujarkhan Campus, has done well in the recently declared MCA result. In MCA sixth semester results, declared by Punjab Technical University (PTU), students of the college have got more than 80 per cent marks. Pawandeep Kaur Grewal and Kunwarbir Singh have bagged first position with a score of 96.25 per cent. Rainy Sikind stood second with 95 per cent, while Manisha Gulati and Manu Goyal have got third position with 93.75 per cent marks. HS Singha, director of GNIMT, congratulated the students, faculty and parents and has exhorted the students to do equally well in their professional life. Seminar on rural India Rajiv Gandhi Study Circle (Punjab) organised a one-day seminar on “Bridging the Development Gap between Rural and Urban India” at Doraha College of Education, Doraha. The members of RGSC were given a warm welcome by the college. Dr Sawhney was of the view that despite the development in 21st century, a gap still exists between rural and urban India. The development has been lopsided. He talked on educational gaps between rural and urban areas. Prof Ashwani Bhalla, senior lecturer, SCD Government College, was the first resource person. He deliberated his views on the economic developmental gaps between rural and urban areas. — TNS
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Woman gets 7-yr RI for driving son-in-law to suicide
Ludhiana, May 28 Co-accused Sukhdev Singh, a former Head Constable, was also sentenced to a seven-year jail term. The duo was ordered to pay a fine of Rs 5,000 each.
A case under Section 306 of the IPC had been registered against the accused. Ashok Kumar, father of Deepak, had alleged that his daughter-in-law had left their house a few months ago and his son was being harassed by his in-laws. On the instigation of the accused, his son ended the life by setting him ablaze on August 15, 2008. He died after a week in hospital. The accused had pleaded innocence and claimed false implication. But after appreciating the evidence on record, the court found them guilty.
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hockey meet Our Sports Reporter
Ludhiana, May 28 In the senior category, Gill Sports Club, Dhamot, and Sant Fateh Singh Club, Dholan, and Friends Club of Doraha recorded victories to advance towards the last four stage. In the junior section, Jarkhar Academy proved too good for Sant Fateh Singh Club of Dholan whom they pipped 7-1. Gurjit Singh of Jarkhar Academy was in thick of action as he scored a double hat-trick to pave the way for his side into the semifinals. Harpreet Singh added one goal to complete the rout. The lone goal for the losing side came off Parminder Singh's stick. In the second match, Kila Raipur Academy blanked Jagtar XI of Jarkhar 3-0 after establishing 2-0 lead at half time. Harpreet Singh scored a brace while Sandeep Singh pumped in one goal which saw Kila Raipur Academy to romp home comfortably. In another match, Jarkhar Academy defeated Grewal Academy, Kila Raipur, 4-2 to confirm their entry into the semis.
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Ishani Garg from Sacred Heart Convent School topped the medical stream in the city with 95.6 per cent. Aiming to be a neurosurgeon, she is flying to Canada to pursue BSc in neuroscience. "My parents have always inspired me since they are doctors. I want to research on a disease called 'motorneuron'. My grandfather suffered from it and there is no cure for it," she said.
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